Archetypes Quote by Clarissa Pinkola Estés
““The one who re-creates from that which has died is always a double-sided archetype. The Creation Mother is always also the Death Mother and vice versa. Because of this dual nature, or double-tasking, the great work before us is to learn to understand what around and about us and what within us must live, and what must die.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Women Who Run With the Wolves, 1992
Creation and destruction are intertwined; embracing both leads to growth.
In simple terms: Life cycles involve both birth and death.
Key Takeaway
Balance opposing forces within.
Themes
mythology
psychology
transformation
Mood
reflective
mysterious
Type
mythic
psychological
When to use this quote
- personal healing
- creative projects
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
archetype
dualism
Questions to Reflect On
- What must you let go of?
- What new life can you nurture?
A Different Perspective
Focusing only on one side can stall evolution.
